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Arakkonam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Arakkonam is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 79,080. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
79,080 Population 199/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population79,080
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density199/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units31,632
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population79,080
Population Density199 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates13.0845°, 79.6705°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,089 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Arakkonam

Arakkonam is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 79,080. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Arakkonam has a population of 79,080 with a density of 199 people per square mile, spread across 398.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

79,080
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
398.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Arakkonam vs India Average

The median household income in Arakkonam is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.

Income: Arakkonam vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare5
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arakkonam is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 31,632 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units31,632

Property Tax

Climate in Arakkonam

Arakkonam has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 15.2° / 31.2° 24.6
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 15.9° / 36° 4.1
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 18.3° / 40.6° 10.3
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 21.8° / 42.6° 19.6
May 31.4°C / 89°F 24° / 42.4° 65.5
Jun 29.8°C / 86°F 23.3° / 39.2° 110.3
Jul 28.1°C / 83°F 22.7° / 37° 144.8
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 22.3° / 36.2° 170.8
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 21.4° / 34.3° 156.6
Oct 26°C / 79°F 20° / 32.7° 152.8
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 18.7° / 30.4° 279.7
Dec 23°C / 73°F 16.3° / 29.5° 146.4
Arakkonam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area398.0 sq mi (1,030.7 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates13.0845°N, 79.6705°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"
13% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 161 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 175 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 285 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 25 km
2011 Thane Category 2 156 km
2010 Laila Category 1 206 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 167 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 279 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 192 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 190 km
1989 Gay Category 5 202 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 81 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 181 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.7 in
May 91°F (33°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 2.6 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.3 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.1 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in

Arakkonam has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 76°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Arakkonam

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMS Vimal Matriculation Higher Secondary School - - - -
Bharathidasanar Matriculation Higher Sec School - - - -
CSI Central Higher Secondary School - - - -
Vivekanandha Vidhyalaya Matric Hr Sec School - - - -
Valluvar Mat.Hr.Sec.School - - - -
Selvam Matric. Hr. Sec. School - - - -
Parampara Academy - - - -
Ambari Vidya Mandir - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arakkonam

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Magesh Tamil Radio folk music, melody MP3
Magesh online radio 24/7 magesh, tamil MP3

Museums in Arakkonam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kanchi Kudil
Kanchi Kudil

Restaurants in Arakkonam

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amaravathi Restaurant
Halal Thalapakkatu Restuarent
Rishika Fast Food & Hotel
Saravana Non Veg

Cafes in Arakkonam

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FALKONZ NEW SHOP
SANDIVS

Clinics in Arakkonam

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr.Ponnambalam ENT and Dental Clinic
Krishna Skin Clinic
Prasanna Nursing Home

Dentists in Arakkonam

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Naveein Dental Clinic
Sam's Dental Care
Sri Vishnu Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Arakkonam

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arakkonam Junction
Mosur
Puliyamangalam

Bus Stations in Arakkonam

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arakkonam Bus stand

Gas Stations in Arakkonam

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum
HP Petrol Bunk
Petrol Bunk
Reliance

Banks in Arakkonam

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Andhra Bank
IDBI Bank

Airports Near Arakkonam

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chennai International AirportMAALarge Airport
Tirupati International AirportTIRLarge Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station-Small Airport
Tambaram Air Force Station-Small Airport
Vellore Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Arakkonam

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Apple Physiotherapy Clinic
CM ENT Clinic
Dr. Aravind Clinic
Dr. Kumarguru Clinic
Dr. Netaji Clinic
Dr. P. Vijayalakshmi Clinic
Dr. T.S Umesh Clinic
Janani clinic
Melitha Clinic
Radha sankar clinic
Rani Multi Speciality Clinic
Shri Rasi Homeo Clinic
Sri Vinayak Child Care
Sugam Physiotherapy and Pain Relief Clinic
Suriya Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arakkonam

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arakkonam Jamia Masjid
Arakkonam Pentecostal Assembly
Bajanai Koil
Basilica of St. Mary
Church of the Good Shepherd
CSI St. Andrew's Church Kavanoor
Hanuman Temple
Lord Siva
Masjid Mosque
New St. Pauls Church
Old St. Pauls Church
Pilayar Koil
Sri Prasanna Venkatachalapathy Temple
St. Andrews Church
St. Lukes Church
St. Matthews Church
St. Theresas Church
Vinayagar Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Arakkonam

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 8
Hospitals 5
Restaurants 4
Cafes 2
Supermarkets 1
Banks 2
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 7

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arakkonam

What is the population of Arakkonam?

Arakkonam has a population of 79,080 residents and is located in India. The population density is 199 people per square mile, spread across 398.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Arakkonam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arakkonam?

Arakkonam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.

How is the job market in Arakkonam?

Arakkonam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 14 business establishments in the area, including 4 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Arakkonam?

The median home value in Arakkonam is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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